Kylie Carson Photography

Among the rolling hills on the far side of the Blue Mountains lies the family-owned farm, Seclusions where Grace and Luke promised to love each other for all time in front of their family and friends. Their guests enjoyed the beautiful country surroundings while Grace and Luke met a very friendly alpaca (who had a nibble on her bouquet) and some highland cows.

Their reception was so much fun for everyone! The wedding was an unforgettable mix of love and laughter. Speeches were heartfelt but it was when the bride’s cheeky brothers took the mic, that a wave of laughter filled the room. They recounted childhood stories, gently roasting the bride with tales of past antics and blunders (mostly theirs), yet always circling back to the deep love and admiration they had for her and her new husband. Their voices cracking with emotion as they returned to their seats.

The room was filled with warmth, joy, and that perfect balance of sentiment and humor, a reception the couple would cherish forever. As Grace is a primary school teacher, she was able to convince Luke to reveal his deepest, darkest secrets during a game of Heads and Tails that included topics such as his favourite television show and some controversy over sheets… Guests caught on their phones were compelled to hula hoop as retribution and as we moved to The Boat Shed, they danced up a storm for the bridal dance and some Kindy Zumba (Cha Cha Slide) performed while wearing silly sunglasses! So much fun for everyone!

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Jessica and Thomas were on top of the world when they married in an intimate ceremony before their closest family and friends at the historic Interbane House in Stanwell Tops, NSW. After seven years, these two were beautifully emotional. Jessica and Thomas included a traditional Thai water pouring ceremony where a white ribbon linked their hands and elderly guests poured water over their hands using a conch shell as a blessing and sign of good luck for their marriage.

During the reception, Jessica and Thomas received advice on love and marriage from their friends and family during an entertaining brainstorming session where each table provided anecdotes that brought laughter, joy and a few cheeky comments from the generation who came before them. A wonderful shared experience of love.

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Eliza and Josh, like many couples over the past two years, had to postpone their wedding due to a pandemic that changed the way we have lived in the world. A weekend with family and friends was well overdue and what better way to celebrate than a wedding in the magical hills of the Hunter Valley.

They shared the story of their love during their ceremony. It started with a date after connecting online. Then Eliza introduced all her boyfriends, and Josh introduced his friends and their tiny painted figurines. Their vows described how Josh had popped the question during a romantic trip to the south coast and how their love has grown from strength to strength over the past couple of years.

Despite a little wet weather, a fabulous bunch of people celebrated with an abundance of love and lots of laughter. Congratulations Eliza & Josh!

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Paul and Rhiannon invited me to photograph their wedding in one of the most tumultuous years that the wedding industry has ever faced. In fact, all of us can say that this year was one of the hardest years for everyone. But instead of feeling disappointed, frustrated or lost, Paul and Rhiannon showed strength, determination and love. They were grateful for the people who supported them to pull off a stunning Southern Highlands wedding in the midst of a pandemic.

Like all the women in her family before her, Rhiannon had been handed down the most beautiful gift; a gift that had been passed from generation to generation. Her embroidered veil had been worn by her mother when she married her father, and before that her grandmother at her wedding and her great grandmother when she was married. This tradition has also passed down to her cousins who have also worn the veil which has become a family heirloom and a tradition that will continue to be passed down together with the tales of every bride it has adorned.

And what do you do when dancing is limited and guests need to be seated? You put on a pantomime! Wedding speeches done differently – a creative interlude about marriage.

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Jake and Bree are my kind of people. They are both teachers. Teachers who work hard to support our children to become creative, innovative individuals. On the day of their wedding, their friends and guests watched in awe as Bree walked down the aisle in the a little corner of Sydney Harbour.

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Kiama – where the rolling green hills meet the sea. But more than that, this place is where Jarryd & Lauren spend much of their time relaxing in those moments in between the daily grind. This is their special place, full of memories and moments cherished with family and close friends.

Jarryd & Lauren were married on a super hot day in November. Their love for each other as strong as their love for their little boy who joined them in their celebration. When I arrived to meet Lauren as she was getting ready, I asked Sonny ‘Who’s getting married today?” He replied “Mummy, Daddy and meeeee!”

And so, here is the wedding of Jarryd, Lauren & Sonny.

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After the proposal, the excitement, preparation and anticipation of the wedding begins. Jake and Rebecca have been together for a long time and knew that one day this moment would arrive.

High School sweethearts, these two have been sharing their lives for over a decade. Jake knew that he liked Bec after spotting her at a high school party and apparently visited her at work many times just to see her. Jake became a Subway regular and eventually plucked up the nerve to ask her out.

Now, they share their love with their family and friends at the stunning Milton Park Country House.

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Preparing for your wedding is such an exciting time. Once the venue is booked, you’ve decided on styling, found your ideal photographer 🙂 and you’ve found that perfect dress, you can rest up and let the celebrations begin. The lead up to your wedding shouldn’t be stressful… and when you’ve got family and friends who happily throw you the MOST AMAZING bridal shower, what could possibly stress you out?

Here are some images from Sophia’s Bridal Shower Lunch with all her special girls in her life in amongst the gorgeously styled peachy tones and soft inviting light at the super delicious Avli Restaurant.

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